Serving 21 students in grades 9-12, Lovejoy Technology Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lovejoy Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lovejoy Technology Academy's student population of 21 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lovejoy Technology Academy is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
n/a
27%
Black
100%
17%
White
n/a
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
42%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lovejoy Technology Academy?
The graduation rate of Lovejoy Technology Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lovejoy Technology Academy?
21 students attend Lovejoy Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Lovejoy Technology Academy students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lovejoy Technology Academy?
Lovejoy Technology Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lovejoy Technology Academy offer ?
Lovejoy Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lovejoy Technology Academy part of?
Lovejoy Technology Academy is part of Brooklyn Ud 188 School District.
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